Pair of USC guards to transfer

Less than two weeks after South Carolina finished the basketball season with a losing record, coach Darrin Horn's team has lost a pair of guards.

Sophomores Ramon Galloway and Stephen Spinella announced today they're transferring from the school, according to USC.

"As a staff we wish Ramon and Stephen the best in their futures, both as basketball players and young men," Horn said. "We're committed to helping both of them continue their basketball and academic careers. We appreciate what they brought to our program during their time at South Carolina."

Galloway was an off and on starter the last two years, averaging 9.3 points per game while playing in 61 contests. In 2010-11, he averaged 10.7 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.7 assists.

"I have enjoyed my two years here at the University of South Carolina," said Galloway, a Philadelphia native. "At this time I'm going to transfer to another university. I'm looking for a different opportunity and role. I would like to thank Coach Horn and wish him and the program the best."

Spinella, who's from Colt's Neck, N.J., played in 15 games this year, averaging 2.5 points.

"I enjoyed the past two years here at South Carolina," Spinella said. "I have decided to pursue other opportunities. I appreciate everything Coach Horn and the team have allowed me to accomplish. I wish the team the best of luck in the future."

The two players were part of Horn's first true recruiting class and were on scholarship. It's unknown where those scholarships will go.